Ep. 2. 11: Native Americans and the Church

This episode celebrates the arrival of Father Peter DeSmet and the Jesuit missionaries who transformed Catholic outreach in the American frontier. Monsignor and Teresa trace DeSmet’s journey from Belgium to St. Louis, his deep ties to Native American communities, and the rich legacy of Jesuit education and evangelization. They reflect on the long-standing relationship between the Catholic Church and Indigenous peoples, highlighting figures like Father Marquette and Henri Tonti. With vivid storytelling, the episode sets the stage for DeSmet’s pivotal role in the West.